Baked Pears in the Air Fryer are a healthy alternative to traditional oven-roasted recipes. They come out with the same crispy texture and sweet flavor as when traditionally cooked, but without all of the excess oil. The recipe is so easy to follow that even beginners can make it! You can make this healthy dessert in minutes. Trust me, you’ll love air fried pears!
Air Fryer Baked Pears Recipe
Are you looking for a new foolproof recipe to add to your repertoire? This recipe for Baked Pears in the Air Fryer is sure to please!
This is an excellent recipe for those who love to bake but don’t want the fuss of turning on your oven. The air fryer cooks these pears in just 20 minutes, and they come out perfectly every time.
One prevalent dish among health-conscious cooks is the baked pear because it has only 6 grams of sugar per serving. This is also an excellent healthy dessert that you can make at any time with little effort or hassle! All you need are some ingredients and an air fryer!
Baking pears in an air fryer might sound like a strange idea at first glance, but once you try them out for yourself, I’m willing to bet you’ll be hooked!
Some other Easy Air Fryer Dessert Recipes are AIR FRYER BROILED BROWN SUGAR GRAPEFRUIT, AIR FRYER CHEESECAKE RECIPE, AIR FRYER GRANOLA, and AIR FRYER ROASTED ALMONDS.
Why You’ll Love Air Fryer Pears
- An easy dessert option for holiday get togethers
- So tasty
- Can be enjoyed plain or with a scoop of ice cream!
- Sweet and satisfying, but not super heavy
Ingredients Needed For This Air Fryer Pear Recipe
This air fryer pears recipe can make a leisurely and nutritious breakfast or a decadent dessert! They are so good it might just be the perfect way to cook pears!
Remember all the details and step-by-step instructions below in the printable recipe card at the end of the page.
- Pears
- Granulated Sugar
- Ground Cinnamon
- Butter
- Honey
- Chopped Nuts (optional)
The Best Pears for Cooking
First of all, I love cooking with ripe pears. They are an excellent fruit for baking, and they make a delicious pear sauce that’s perfect on ice cream or as a topping for pancakes or waffles.
So, what type should you use for this baked pears recipe? There are many options out there, but the best one to cook with is Bartlett Pears because they’re easy to peel and have a sweet taste.
The best pears for cooking are the ones that have a firm but not too hard texture. They should be ripe and sweet, but not overly so, to hold up when cooked. Look out for the following varieties:
- Bartlett
- Bosc Pears
- Red Anjou Pears
- Comice
- Seckel
How To Cut Pears
The pear is one of the best fruits to eat when in season. It’s sweet and crunchy and can even be sliced into desserts or eaten with cheese. However, it can sometimes be difficult to slice them evenly without making a mess.
To perfectly slice the fruit for this air fryer pear recipe, cut lengthwise with a paring knife. Then use a spoon or melon baller to scoop out the middle of the pear.
How To Make Baked Pears In The Air Fryer
Step One: Cutting the pears
Use a knife to cut pear slices or pear halves. In a small bowl, mix the ground cinnamon and sugar. Then, sprinkle over the pears.
Step Two: Season
Add one tablespoon of butter to each pear cavity, then sprinkle with the cinnamon/sugar mixture and chopped nuts if using.
Step Three: Cook
Place the pears into the air fryer basket in a single layer with the cut side of the pear facing up. Set the temperature to 370 degrees F using an air fryer setting.
Set the cooking time for 10 minutes, frequently basting the top of the air fryer pears with melted butter.
Drizzle your baked pears with butter and honey right before serving.
How To Serve Air Fried Pears
This baked pears recipe makes a simple dessert that is perfect for those who love baked fruit. What makes them so great? They can be served with ice cream, whipped cream, honey, or one of my favorite toppings:
- Coconut Flakes
- A scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream
- Drizzle of Honey
- Greek Yogurt
- Cinnamon Sugar
- Pumpkin Pie Spice
- Vegan Butter
- Coconut Sugar
- Caramel Sauce
- Chocolate Sauce
- Sprinkle Of Granola
Should I Peel The Pears Before Adding Them To The Air Fryer?
It’s all a matter of personal preference. I leave the skin on when making my air fryer baked pears recipe, as I think the skin adds both flavor and texture. It also helps to hold the fruit together as it bakes!
If you do decide to peel your pears, make sure to do so before adding them to the air fryer basket.
Why Are My Air Fryer Pears So Mushy?
You need to keep a close eye on the temperature and cooking time. Don’t leave your air fried pears in the basket for more than 10 minutes, and be sure to keep the temperature at 370 degrees F.
Pierce the fruit with a fork to determine whether your air fryer pear recipe is done. If they’re still firm, leave them in for a few more minutes. If they’re nice and soft, they’re ready!
More Air Fryer Fruit Recipes:
- AIR FRYER FRUIT TART
- AIR FRYER SUGAR FRUIT PIZZA
- AIR FRYER BROILED BROWN SUGAR GRAPEFRUIT
- AIR FRYER APPLE FRENCH TOAST STICKS
- AIR FRYER DEHYDRATED STRAWBERRIES
Baked Pears in the Air Fryer
Description
Ingredients
- 2 medium pears, sliced in half, cored
- 1 tablespoons granualted sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons melted butter, unsalted
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon butter
- chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the ground cinnamon and sugar. Then sprinkle over the pears.
- Add one tablespoon of butter to each pear cavity, and then sprinkle with the cinnamon/sugar mixture and chopped nuts if using.
- Set the pears into the air fryer basket and set the temperature to 370 degrees F, air fryer setting.
- Set the timer for 10 minutes, frequently basting during the cooking time with melted butter.
- Drizzle with butter and honey, right before serving.
- Plate, serve, and enjoy!
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Nutrition
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